The Falkland Islands government, FIG, has reviewed support schemes in place to assist businesses impacted by Covid-19 and has created a number of temporary measures to assist businesses and individuals under certain circumstances.
MLA Pollard: We have said from the start that we would support both our people and our economy throughout the pandemic, and this is a commitment that we continue to uphold. The 50% Concordia Bay ferry subsidy will be cancelled, due to minimal uptake for the previous schemes Passengers will be encouraged to book FIGAS flights on off-peak travel dates by offering greater subsidies for travel outside of peak times ExCo has reconfirmed commitments to initiatives related to the Cape Pembroke Lighthouse visitor facilities as well as enhanced science facilities in the Islands
On Wednesday, ExCo agreed a further set of economic support measures for the community and local businesses, in light of the ongoing pandemic.